Things started to go sour while I was at the dentist. I had to have two crowns. The receptionist had previously told me how much each crown was and how much my insurance would pay. She had given me a sheet of paper with my portion of the cost written on it. For those of … Continue reading When bad things happen
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When Mother is Lost
There are some instances in our life where the memories are so vivid that we can even remember what we were wearing.  This is the case back in December 1968.  I was 15 and my father had picked me up from school that day.  I had worn my favorite khaki colored wool jumper with pleats … Continue reading When Mother is Lost
Why Pray Anyway?
Why does God asks us to pray?  After all He is all powerful and can do as He pleases.  Why doesn’t He just do what He wants in order to accomplish what He wishes in the earth?  He certainly doesn’t need our permission. God knows our heart.  He could always  just do for us … Continue reading Why Pray Anyway?
Grateful Opportunities
It's the time of the year that we tend to focus more on gratitude. Gratitude is a fantastic virtue and people who are grateful tend to lead happier, more productive lives.  We have so much to be thankful for, especially in America, where we have  an abundance of variable resources. As my pastor says, most … Continue reading Grateful Opportunities
Inevitable Change
Getty ImagesEmbrace change! Â We're encouraged to do this in today's fast-paced, ever developing, technology driven society. Â If we don't change and continually learn, we will be left behind and eventually get to the point where it is hard to even function. While God remains the same, His world is always changing. Â Each rotation … Continue reading Inevitable Change
Family Ties
Every year my husband and I, along with our four children and their spouses plus all the grandkids, take off for a winter get-a-way in the smoky mountains on MLK weekend. Â We'll get a large five bedroom cabin in the woods, hang out, play games , hike, ride go-carts (the grand-kid's favorite) see some of … Continue reading Family Ties
How Gratitude affects attitude
Gratitude makes for a great attitude Last year I made a commitment to stop whining about winter. Â I dreaded winter every year because I don't like the cold, dark days it brings. Â I prefer the warm, long, sunny days of summer. Â God began to convict me of my sour attitude and I … Continue reading How Gratitude affects attitude
